Heating oil customers to get compensation after price hikes
The cost of hearing oil spike following the US-Israel war with Iran which forced up crude prices.
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"It is reassuring to know it is a competitive market but the lack of protection for these households does concern me so we will look very seriously at what can be done."
— Rachel Reeves , Politician
"We will work with all government bodies on the recommendations set out in this report."
— Ken Cronin , Executive
"It felt like I was being punished for doing the sensible thing."
— Anthony Maines , Other
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The cost of hearing oil spike following the US-Israel war with Iran which forced up crude prices.
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